Prime land prices rise, outlying land readjusts

Prime land prices rise, outlying land readjusts

Well-located land is in high demand, as seen in research from John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC). The company’s 2Q26 Residential…

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Mortgage rates hold steady

Mortgage rates hold steady

Results from Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey revealed that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.66% on Aug. 27, 2026….

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Builder confidence increases in May

Builder confidence increases in May

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) for May 2026. The HMI is…

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Residential Contractor Magazine: Coming July 2026

Residential Contractor Magazine: Coming July 2026

Residential Contractor Magazine residentialcontractormag.com THE PROJECTS. THE PRODUCTS. THE PROS. Residential Contractor connects manufacturers with the remodelers, contractors, trades and dealers…

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Taylor Morrison acquired in .5 billion deal

Taylor Morrison acquired in $8.5 billion deal

Announced on May 31, 2026, Berkshire Hathaway will acquire homebuilding giant, Taylor Morrison for $8.5 billion. The all-cash transaction values Taylor…

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New wildfire prevention rule could override building restrictions

New wildfire prevention rule could override building restrictions

New wildfire-resistant building standards are taking effect across Central Oregon, requiring fire-hardened materials in new home construction. The measure allows…

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Homeowners want sustainable interior design

Homeowners want sustainable interior design

In 2026, the biggest interior design trends homeowners are embracing sustainability, comfort and personality. From furniture selections to floor plans,…

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Green Project of the Week: Awbrey Butte Net Zero Craftsman

Green Project of the Week: Awbrey Butte Net Zero Craftsman

Solaire Homebuilders’ net-zero, electric, custom craftsman home in Bend, Ore., was designed to be sustainable and reflective of the homeowners’…

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Half of U.S. homeowners are planning to renovate

Half of U.S. homeowners are planning to renovate

According to a new study, more than half of U.S. homeowners found the time and financial means to renovate their…

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New report finds job openings in construction increased

New report finds job openings in construction increased

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS), in April, openings for positions in construction…

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